PHOTOS: Were You There? View 500 Photos of the 2014 Newtown Labor Day Parade
***** The 2014 Newtown “Write On” Labor Day Parade was Right On! Story and Photography by Paula Antolini Sept 6, 2014 3:45PM EDT View 500 […]
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Joan Rivers Died Thursday at 81 Years Old
***** Daughter Melissa said: “My mother’s greatest joy in life was to make people laugh…I know her final wish would be that we return to […]
Large Airplane Flies Low Over Newtown Labor Day Parade Route Today. Who Was It?
Police or Local Airports Have No Information on the Mystery Airplane. Report and Photography by Paula Antolini September 1, 2014 6:00 pm EST […]
BREAKING NEWS: 81-Year-Old Comedian Joan Rivers Stopped Breathing, Was Rushed to Hospital Today, Is In Critical Condition
***** Comedian Joan Rivers experienced cardiac arrest during throat surgery at 10:00 a.m. today, remains critical in Mt. Sinai hospital in NY. Report by Paula […]
Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Are Married
***** Hollywood’s notable couple finally ties the knot in a marriage ceremony in France. Report by Paula Antolini Aug 28, 2014 10:16AM EDT One of […]
After a Summer of Ice Bucket Challenges, Senators Blumenthal and Murphy Support Legislation to Fund ALS and More
***** Murphy, Blumenthal to host roundtable today on the importance of funding research into ALS treatment and cure. Story and *Photography By Paula Antolini *Bethel […]
Senator Murphy’s Statement on Need for Congressional Authorization of Military Action Against ISIS
***** Murphy: “The president’s authority under Article II of the Constitution is not limitless.” Report by Paula Antolini Aug 28, 2014 1:45PM EDT Press release […]
Are State Workers Above the Law? Senator Boucher Says No
***** Boucher: State of Connecticut’s decision to NOT prosecute state workers who fraudulently received emergency food benefits “is deplorable.” Report and Photography by Paula Antolini […]
50 CT Senators and Postal Workers Urge Ban On Postal Service Cuts in CT and USA
***** Senator Murphy will be joined by postal workers tomorrow, to call for one year moratorium on USPS plans to close postal facilities. Report by […]
The Well-Attended BHS Parent Orientation Meeting Covered Teen Drug and Alcohol Use
***** Concerned parents directed many questions to police, substance abuse professionals and emergency services, during a panel discussion at BHS. Report and Photography by Paula […]
The Grand Opening of the ‘227 Wine Bar’ in Bethel was Outstanding
***** Fine wine, a unique menu and a cozy relaxing atmosphere draw many patrons to the new establishment. Story and Photography by Paula Antolini Aug […]
Comedian and Actor Robin Williams Died of Apparent Suicide
***** Award winning Robin Williams, found dead in his California home on Monday. Report by Paula Antolini Aug 11, 2014 at 9:12PM EDT According to […]
Five Nights Road Closure: Construction on Route 7
***** Expect delays due to road closing at Exit 8 on Route 7, on 5 nights in August, for bridge replacement. Report by Paula Antolini […]
PHOTOS: LOBSTER FEST 2014 / Bethel Republican Town Committee
Report by Paula Antolini July 28, 2014 5:16PM PHOTOS: LOBSTER FEST 2014: Bethel Republican Town Committee The Bethel Republican Town Committee Annual LOBSTER […]
Who Hired an Airplane to Fly a “VOTE NO- TOO HIGH” Banner Over Bethel This Morning?
An airplane was seen flying over Bethel this morning, flying a banner that reads, “GET OUT & VOTE NO – TOO HIGH.” Airplane was photographed […]
UPDATE: Bethel FRANC PRESERVE Final Rules and Regulations
Report by Paula Antolini, April 29, 2014, 2:18PM EDT I am pleased to report that the final decision was made by the Bethel Board of […]
Miles Davis’ Jazz Music Recreated In Bethel by “Birth of Cool Nonet” at Pizzeria Lauretano
Report by Paula Antolini, April 16, 2014, 1:40PM EDT This recent extra-special event in Bethel was not to be missed! What could be better than […]
The Bethel Franc Property: Paradise or Politics?
Report by Paula Antolini, September 12, 2013, 2:55AM EDT OPINION / LETTER FROM THE EDITOR There was much controversy about whether to purchase the Franc […]
Did Your Mailbox Survive the Snowplow This Year? Creative Solutions for Mailboxes
Report by Paula Antolini April 4, 2013 8:00PM EST OPINION Did Your Mailbox Survive the Snowplow This Year? Creative Solutions for Mailboxes Ah…Spring weather is […]
GUNS: A Peaceful Newtown Protest Rally and an Interview with a Newtown Family Whose Children Were in the Sandy Hook School on 12/14
A rally organized by the Newtown Action Alliance was held on Thursday, March 28, 2013, in front of the National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) headquarters […]
Chair-ish Ridgefield SummerFest 2012 Raised Over $10k
Report by Paula Antolini, July 24, 2012, 4:15PM EST Photo: Academy-Award nominated actor Robert Vaughn autographed the chair designed with his image, at the Chair-ish […]
Bethel High School Principal Dr. Cosentino Reflects On 11 Year Career
Report by Paula Antolini, June 14, 2012, 12:30PM EDT After dedicating 11 years guiding Bethel school students and staff to achieve excellence, Bethel resident Dr. […]
How’d You Get That Tan? Sunscreen: The Name Game.
Report by Paula Antolini, May 23, 2012, 10:13PM EDT Numerous mind-boggling choices! How do you choose? We are all faced with shelves and shelves of […]
Cable Disconnect
Report by Paula Antolini May 13, 2012 12:59PM EDT OPINION Cable Disconnect If I wanted to write a script for a horror movie […]